Banks feel the pinch as CASA pool shrinks

As Indian banks grapple with dwindling low-cost CASA deposits, a growing number of savers are shifting their money into market-driven investments seeking higher returns. This shift compels banks to depend increasingly on pricier short-term borrowing methods, such as...

Lenders may bank more on bonds in Q4

Banks are set to issue more corporate bonds this quarter. This move aims to cover the difference between loan growth and deposit growth. Yields are rising, but banks need funds. Deposit growth is slow as people seek better returns elsewhere. Banks are also using...